Understand the Basics of Fire Safety Equipment in Hazardous Areas of Facilities

Here’s some practical advice for water and wastewater treatment plant operators for keeping their detection devices working properly

Understand the Basics of Fire Safety Equipment in Hazardous Areas of Facilities

Based on NFPA 820 (2016), this diagram shows the stages in a typical wastewater treatment process and the types of detection needed at those stages. 

To make the best choices when replacing or upgrading smoke and gas detectors, plant operators should understand the basics of the fire safety equipment in hazardous areas of their facilities.

The design and installation of fire protection systems generally require the expertise of...

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